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The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

Mary Ann McGrath was in a terri
OF Peter?
She had gone out to look down the
road and had been recalled by Num-
Der Eleven's crying. Number Ten
then climbed in, Nine too awoke and
determined to resume his privileges as
an infant. One after another they
got up and huddled around her-crav-
ing, craving-all but the three eldest,
who had been practically initiated IN
co the stoical philosophy with the
gradual decrease of their rations. But
these bounced up suddenly at the
sound OF a grand janale OF bells.
Could it be? Mr.. Pontiac they had
no doubt about, but was that real
bacon that he laid on the kitchen ia
BILE? Then q side OF beef, a can OF tea;
next a bag OF -four, and again an act
ual kes OF syrup. Why, this was al
most nciedible! And last he came in
with an immense round loaf OF bread!
The children gathered about it; old
John almost sickened with sorrow for
them, and hnrrying out his %iackknife,
passed big hunks around.
well. now, Airs. McGrath," ne said
during these operations, II don't
hardly take it kindly OF you and BE-
ter not to have come up to nm old
neighbours house before this for q bit
OF Il loan. It's well | met Peter to.
night. Maybe he'd never have told
blame myself for not suspecting how
it was It bit ooner. l just made him
take a little loan for tho present. No,
no, don't be talking that way. Char
ity! tut. it's just an advance OF wages.
I've got a job for Peter; he'll be on
pay tomorrow again."
At that Maty Ann burst out crying
again. ''Oh, God bless you, Mr.. Pom
tiac, it's q kind man you are! May
the saints be about your bed!"
With that she ran out to Peter,
who still stood by the sleighi she put
the baby in his arms and clinging, to
her husbands shoulder, cried more
and more.
And what did obstinate Peter Nc.
Grath do? Why, he cried too, with
gasps and groans that almost
go in" he said; Ego Ia, Mary Ann
go inland kiss-tne feet OF him.
Yes-and the boords-he stands on.
You don't know-what he's done-tor
me. It's broke l am-the bad heart
Of me-broke entirely-with the good.
ness OF him. May the heavens be his
bed!"
Now, Mrs. McGrath," cried old
John, 'tnever you mind Peter; he's q
bit light-headed tonight. Comeaway
in and get q bite for him. I'd like a
| dish OF tea myself before ! 90 home.'
Didn't that touch on her irish hos
pitality bring her in quickly!
"Mind you this, Peter" said tn,
old man, going out then, don't yor
be troubling your wife with any littl,
secrets about tonight; that's be
tween you and me. That's ali l asl
of you"
Thus it comes about thatto this day
have helped him to become a very
prosperous farmer, his wife does no
quite understand lhedepth OF worship
with which he speaks OF old JOIN
Pontiac.
Mrs. Pontiac never knew the stor,
OF the night.
"Never mind who it was, Jane,
John said, turning out the light, tex
cept this-it was y neighbor in sor
trouble. And let US bless the good
ness of God that saves from the terri
best temptations, and thank Hin
most especially when He inclines ou
| hearts, To His mCst u,erc,tnl la wa
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

Tho seat OF Thomas Robertson, member
for Shelburne in the Dominion house OF
commons, was declared vacant, Mr.. Rob
ertson having admitted that his agents
had hired teams to bring voters to tho
polling places.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

AZ. Converse. Of the
Warren tMass.)
Herald, dated July
.. 1881. Az fnlluws:
I'm response TO
yours of June ".
would say that in
1880 my wife had a
re attack OF
rheu NJ AttSnn in
shoulder and arm.
SO thai she could
not RAISE her baud
to her head. a iuw
%arpl'cat,ons OF st.
.IarphS Cprr,1 her
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04
Co-Operation.

The West Minneapolis Cooperative Mcr-
chandise Co. want to make the acquaint.
ance OF dairymen, farmers and shippers OF
poultry, eggs, hay, grain. potatoes, etc,
in order to buy direct and get choice
produce, butter, eggs, etc. for the city
market. The company pays the highest
price and guarantees prompt remittance
OF money. They also sell ON commission
for patrons living outsido Of the city. They
respectfully ask a share OF the public pat.
ronage. and will furnish all the
references required. As to financial
standing ETC.. OF the officers OF the com
pany. we refer, by permission, to Post.
master J.. j. Ankeny, w. b. Clark & Co.,
C. Wright Davidson. w. A. Barnes & Co.,
H. Wilson md First National Bank. ali
OF minneapolis. Send for BY Laws, Price
List, etc. Lock Box392, Minneapolis, MINI.
Senator Sabin and party outbid the
Porter crowd and purchased the North
western Manufacturing and Car works at
Saltwater for S1.1O5, OUO.T5. Saltwater
jubilated over the result.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04
Offer No, i74.

FREE!-To MERCHANTS ONLY: An ele-
CANT Carving Set (kniie fork and Steel), in
satin-lined case. Address at once, r. w.
TANsILL & Co., 90 State Street, Chicago.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

Postmaster General Mclean was re-
elected TO the Dominion house OF commons
by II large majority.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

The James L. Regain Printing Comnan,
OF Chicago, has failed with liabilities
amounting to over $ia5, 900. Assets will
exceed liabilities.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

A book by Nina Van Zandt on anarchy
was put upon the market some time ago.
A. r. Parsons announces that he has Just
finished u book on the same subject.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

SUFFERERS FROM CouGus, SORE TnRoAl,
etc, should try Browns Bronchial Tro.
ches," n simple but sure remedy, Sold only
in boxes. Price 90 CENTS.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

The amount that Henry N. Jaeksoit, the
eashter ~ the subtreasury in Wall street,
took with him to Canatit Is stated by sub
Treasurer Cttia,ln ut $4,000. The de-
ianiter ~ thirty six years old and lins been
nIclerk in the treasury FOR years. jackson
10 in Toronto. I
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

More than all other Lung Remedies, Z"
is what e. w. Fairmnn. a druggist MT Day.
ton. Ind, writes about the sale OF Aliens
Lung Balsam, He has sold 1t for eight
years, and 1T gives satisfaction. Sold by
druggist at 25c., 6ecu and $1.oo a
hottie
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

The argument In the Chicago anarchist
case opened before the Unites States Su.
preme court on Thursday the 9th inst.
j.. Randolph Tucker made a strong plea
for the granting Of n writ OF error. Attor.
ney General Hunt OF Illinois argues weight.
iy upon the other side.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

nlLES, Itching or Bleeding, relieved and
Spernanently cured by Cole's Carboli-
salvc. Get the Genuine. 25 and 50 cents
at druggists or by mail. j. w. COLE Il CO.,
Proprietors, Black River Falls, Wis.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

The whitest, worst looking hair, resume.
it's youthful beauty and softness by using
Halls Vegetable Sicilian Hair Remover.
Try it.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

At q conference OF leading Scottish Con.
servatives. the extension tf suffrage to
women was approved by a small majority.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

The government has introduced in the
Reicisrath IL bill to restrict excessive
drinking throughout Austria.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04
DAYLIGHT.

Ifagentleman by
the name of Day
volunteers to throw
the light of his Elk
perience into the
darkened places of
misery. so that
others may go and
do as he has dono
and eniOy life, NAV
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

Hon. Levi p. Morton is building q
$500, 900 house in Washington.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

Nicholls' blackberry Balsam 10 y sure cure for al
Summer Bowel Complaints; price 26 cents.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04
tie A,waye the wav.

Didn't tell you so"? said n gentleman
to an acquaintance whom he CHANGED to
meet on the street; tits always the way."
What's always the way? inquired a
mutual friend OF the two men who happen.
ed along just then. "Why, just this" re.
piled the first speaker: you see Smith.
here, the last time / met him he had one OF
tho worst coughs you overheard. Hecom,
planned OF loss Of appetite, Of night
%sseats, OF ! spirits and other unmistak,
able premonitory symptoms of consnmp.
tion. ! t I'D him to get N sppply Of DE-.
Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery Mt once.
He did SO, and look at him now! Did Won
ever see n healthier looking man? The
Discovery has snatched thousands from
c~onsumpti,es' graves. l knew it would
cure Smith. It's always the way"
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

!. The following Minnesota postmasters
were appointed: Michael A. Callahan.
VIEWER. Wabasha county; Robert II. Kid.
ney. Wilder, jackson county.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-11-04

PEI uSkeain up the hill,
through fkEywalls OF the storehouse.
He was dreadfully hungry.
John! john" Mrs. Pontiac logged
her husband. "John, wake up!There's
somebody trying to get into the
smokehouse."
"Eh-ugh-ah! Pm sleep-ugh!" he
relapsed again.
John! John! wake up! There is
somebody"
"What-ggh-eh-ywha you say?"
"There's somebody getting into the
smokehouse."
"lVell, there's not much there"
"There's ever so much bacon and
ham. Then there's the storehouse
OPEN"
"Oh, l guess there's nobody"
But there is, I'm sure. You must
get up!"
They both COT up and looked out OF
the window. The snow drifts. the
paths through them, the storehouse,
the smokehouse and the other white.
washed outbuildings could be seen
nearly as clearly as in broad day.
The smokehouse door was open!
Old john Pontiac was one OF the
kindest souls that ever inhabited a
body, but this was @ little too
much. Still he was sorry for the man,
no matter who. in that smokehouse-
some Indian probably. He must be-
caught and dealt with firmly; but he
did not want the man to be toe much
hurt.
He put on his clothes and sailed
Telegram-herald. ([Grand Rapids, Mich.) 18??-1892, 1887-01-09

Ia IELEgalA -FLDLB has double
guL@gi as a.asl ta.l pub
's4 % A-h.gla outside Ct 8sgi
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
Resulted in Death.

A few weeks ago the family of Mr.. l..
Knackstedt, the a on Maryland Ave.
nue., was visited by the Angel of
Death, and bright little boy taken, again
Iast night the Grim Reaper took from the
same household the bright and intelligent
little daughter, Hattie, aged IA years
The child had been i'll of diphtheria some
time ago and had recovered enough to be
out on last Wednesday, when she took
cold, and relapse set in, resulting in gen.
eral paralysis of the limbs, which went to
the heart, and death was the result A
singular coincidence connected with the
death of this brother and sister is, they
both died on the anniversary of their
birthday, the little boy being II years old
the day he died and Hattie would have
been IA years old to-day.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
A Church Organ in the Back Yard

A correspondent from Bristol sends us
the following: Some three weeks ago.
the congregation of Oak Chapel NJ E..
Church. in this district. at the gratifica
ton of many of the young members of
the church, through the influence of Mr.
James r.. Maitland, a prominent farmer
and influential member of Oak Chapel,
purchased q small cabinet organ for the
church. On last Friday night, to Mr..
Maitland's great surprise the organ was
found in his back yard The discovery
of the organ was made by a little colored
boy in the employ of Mr. Maitland, who
when he saw the thing touched the
keys, and ran upstairs shouting, sMarsa
Jim, there is something in the yard that
bites. 1t is not positively known how
the organ changed its place of abode
from the church to the yard, but it is
stated that among the congregation of
Oak Chapel there is brother who took a
great dislike for an organ in church. -
What just to do with the instrument has
not been decided. but it is the opinion of
Mr.. Maitland it viii be put back in the
church from whence it was taken.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
Pardoned by The Goyernor.

The Governor granted a pardon today
in the case of the State, VS.. Clarence s.
Jickling, tried at the October term Of
the Circuit Court of Anne Arundel coun-
ty for libel, and sentenced to the House
of Correction for two years. The pardon
was granted this morning, there being no
protests in the case, and the application
having been recommended by Chief Judge
Miller, the States Attorney, and num-
Der of prominent and influential citizens
Mr.. /. n. Richardson, left on the noon
train. with the pardon papers, and young
Jickling will be home this evening. He is
the only child now living of Mr. and Mrs.
Samuel Jickling of this city, who have
lost three children from diphtheria in less
than month-Roland, aged 2 years,
Arthur, aged 8 years aud the last one on
Sunday, Willie, aged II years.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
what True Merit Will Do.

The unprecedented sale of Bosehce's
German Syrup within few years, has
astoHished the world. 1t is without doubt
the safes tand best remedy ever discover
ed for the speedy and etfectual cure of
Coughs, Colds and the severest Lung
troubles. 1t acts on an entirely different
principle from the usual prescriptions
given by Physicians, as it does not dry
up Cough and leave the disease still in
the system, but on the contrary removes
the cause of the trouble, heals the parts
affected and leaves them in a purely
healthy condition. A bottle kept in the
house for use when the diseases make
their appearance, will save doctors bills
and long spell of serious illness. A
trial will convince you of these facts 1t
is positively sold by all druggists and
general dealers in the land. Price, 20
cents, large bottles.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
ne Hop It LAY Succeed.

We are trying now to work through
our brain some plan BY which q nice
Drive Road or Turnpike Ito be macadem-
lied, that is Of stone, or Of oystershells,
the former for many reasons the better,
as proving generally more solid and sub
stantial and permanent, but in either case
the stone or shell to be thoroughly pound
ed and properly mixed in with other sub
stances If necessary and in addition to
that also Steam Meter Line, to run per-
haps TO Davidsonville on South River and
to Owensviile and perhaps to other poi nts
on West River, and, probably, even be-
yond. -AdUerfiser.
Our enterprising Improvement Associa-
ton have been endeavoring for several
years to bring about some similar i'm
provements, but have met with little en-
enlargement, except in few instances, in
the city, and even these have been brought
about under the most trying difficulties.
We hope our friend of the Advertiser may
be more successful in his efforts.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
4 Pleasant Social Of the D. B. 5.

The young Catholic ladies belonging to
the Busy Bee Society held pleasant
social on Tuesday evening at the residence
of Mr.. Naughton, Prince George street.
The young ladies assembled at 7.30 and
remained until 10 D. m, during which
time they enjoyed themselves immensely.
Among those present were, Miss Write
Matfingly, of St. Maryss Co.. Misses Mel
lie Naughton. Lizzie and Ellie McCusker
Della Rullman. Agnes Brady, Maggie
Smith. Katie Esmond, Mamie Hickey,
Annie Fee. Blanche Quad and others.
Misses Della Rullman and Lizzie Nc
Cusker were the life of the company, and
contributed largely to the evenings en-
joyment
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27

On entering his residence on Main
street about p. m. Tuesday. Mr.. Chas.
Hopkins discovered smoke issuing from
the pantry and on investigation found
and prevented what might have been a
large fire. A bot coal which had mys-
teriously gotten into basket Of potatoes
had set fire TO the basket, burnt it almost
tc ashes and roasted the potatoes. 1t is
supposed the hot coal accidentally drop
ped in the basket while in the kitchen,
and afterward the basket had been re-
moved to the pantry. What might have
been q large and serious disaster was pre-
vented by the timely appearance of Mr..
Hopkins, others of the family being at
church at the time.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
Personal Mention.

Miss Karch, Of Wilmington, Del, is
visiting her uncle Mr.. b. B. Brewer,
81 this city
Mr. Frank Gregory. of Baltimore, who
has been visiting friends here, has re-
returned home, 5
Col. Robert Ingersoll, the distinguished
psior and lawyer, of Washington, will
brgue before the Court of Appeals here
tomorrow,
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
LOCAL NEWS.
THE WEATHER.

m. following are the indications for
-, Twelve hours as reported by the sig
n - .sryice bureau, Washington, ID. g.,
, =, For Maryland, the District OF
colnmbia. and Virginia, cold fair wealth
!, soulhsrly winds, becoming warmer.
IN. thermometer ut TnECAPITAL office
!, noon 10 day stood 43'.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
Death of an Estimable LADY.

s = a.n reached here this morning
a'ssn Of Mrs. L. w. j. Oliver.
I. u q Prof. Marshall Oliver, of the
academy, which occurred at her
n nenaal Green, Mass, this morn
- ms = 0,'ver was a lady highly es.
" I'll who knew her. and her
, VII os greatly lamented by her
Pc her ""' nie' hel oiliy
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
DIED.

KNACKSTEDT.- q brief illness
of paralysis of the heart, HATTIE. aged
14years, daughter Of Dir. L. Knackstedt.
HE gathers the lambs in His arms,
and carries them in his bosom.
OLIVER. On January "a. 1857. 1t her
residence, Kendall Green, Mass. Hrs.
Z. II. ]. OLIVER. mother Of Prof. Mar
shall Oliver, Z. $. Naval Academy.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
Clean Ont the Cutters.

II more attention were paid to the
leaning Of the street cutters and those
|aa run diagonally from pavement to
|aVement, the health of our city would
y thai much benefited and better APP
|zasnce Of their cleanliness secured.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
. 4 Pleasant Surprise Party.

| party Of about twenty gentlsmen aud
a'a' metal iheresidence of Miss. Emma
|-assar, at Germantown, near this
as' evening, taking Miss Hungarian
aasE family completely by surprise.
~ ana refreshments were furnished
y visiting party, and q pleasant time
Il spent generally.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
He Is the Man we Want.

He will give you satisfaction He makes
Good Work, and will please You. He make
a first-class set of single Harness for 5000
And q double set for $500
(Hand-Made.
Repairing promptly astended to at reasonable
prices and satisfaction guaranteed.
J. s. MCCANN,
nov.s-tfl 80 MarylandAve
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
TIME TABLE.

"a. .apsr il circulated and read by
mi, In Annapolis, than any other
-, Published here, and IL Is the best
,o,diun for advertising.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
Last Nights German.

The German" Club composed OF
B.eh,lorolllcers and others was to give the
second oi their series of germans last night
Al N, old mess hall, Naval Academy, but
for some reason il was postponed.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27

Unqualified Praisc.-G. X Keller
druggist, Harrisburg, Pa, says: Almost
daily | hear the most enthusiastic praise
of your Petroline Poroused Plasters from
customers who have obtained prompt re-
lief Sold by druggists and WoTthing-
ton & Co. AGENTS. Annapolis. Nd.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
No Matinee.

The matinee dance was omitted yester-
a,y afternoon much TO the disappolnt-
stnt 81 lhe naval cadets and young ladies.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
eaast Of Appeals

Ba.limor,as u y, Appeals to day, No.
n co",s ana Ohio Railroad Com
AID con ~,e' trustee, was further ar.
ID lam .e, y by Hugh L. Rosd
ed WilSsna, Sowsn, for the appel.
An I Marbury for the ap.
y. SIa al'ed Line Telegraph Com.
were eo SS, ana No. S4-Same vs..
s. u. commenced by George r.
|Aeat - tomorrow case under
Dssppesssss.,Ll.s .agaid, Weak. Ner
ake dgsgic. TTy il.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27

@ihots Dentifriee will beautifully
1ea .ae teeth. insure healthy gums
sses'en the breath. Perfectly harm
saa can he used without the least in
Y Y 'ae same. Price % cents per bot
For sale by all druggists
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27

Has the finest selection of pure candies,
oranges, lemons. nuts. cakes, &c, in the
city. at Jhedp Prices. O. West Street
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27

Don't Wait all day in Barber Shop to
get Shave or Hair Cut but go to RAW
Lines new Shaving Parlor, SO Maryland
Avenue, where all work is guaranteed OPP.
posite Harris Cigar Store.
j26 w. T. RAwLINGT.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27

"QuintOleO."-THE GREAT MALARIA
and FEVER and AGUE REMEDY. Reliable,
safe and efficient. Price 80 cen per bot
tie. For sale by all Druggiststs
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27

'elina Cordial is the most strengthen
and invigorating tonic now offered for
TOT bilious and malaria complaints.
VI prevent and cure chills, and fevers,
'pspsla, &c. For sale by all druggists
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27

Il. ~. sae year 1887 there viii be four
s ! ~ w u TIE sun and two of the
Il ), ' ,,Ws February 8. a partial
4, p.s nc moon, visible in the United
-, a 81 ocean aud part Of Asia !;
sSs. annual eclipse of the sun
- = me United States August 3.
~; ' .S''pse of the moon, invisible in
: = ', States August 19. a total
Ila,r;. .le sun, invisible in any part
''''Sa except Alaska p
"a \ . :. -. !. Pardy'S, Is Main street
iar ho Sls OF those splendid school
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1887-01-27
Preparing "FaVors."

number OF ladies of the Naval Acad-
||ry met Yesterday afternoon at the resi-
|eacs Of a tsyorite society lady of the
tademy, Tor the purpose of arranging
imon for Friday nights german. Dur
rs the evening dainty tea was served.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-11-22
Few Coliegians in journalism.

In an address at the commencement exer-
cises of MiddleburY college, Mr.. George z.
Plunbe, Chicago editor, tried to explain
why it was that so few men with academic
culture are found among the members of the
daily newspaper press. He gave some inter-
esting statistics on this subject, which may be
thus summarized: In the five great cities of
New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston
and st. Louis there are nineteen daily jour
nails of admitted influence. Only six Of these
are edited by men who have had what is
called liberal" education, while of the S21
persons regularly employed upon these
journals as editors ana reporters, but 222, or
a fraction over IS per cent, have graduated
from higher institution of learning.
Mr. Plumbe offers several explanations OF
this, but omits the most significant one, which
we take TO be the fact that what may be
called journalistic aptitude is not a product
OF academic culture at all. 1t is true that
the same thing might be said Of the special
talent or talents which count for success in
the profession Of law or medicine, but the in
dividuality of the journalist goes for more
than does that of the doctor or the lawyer.
Be must be born with a certain sense of dis
elimination and Of proportion, must have a
kind of intuitiye perception not only of what
will interest his fellow men, but of what is
the general bent of mind Of large masses Of
readers.-The Epoch